as in restlessness
the inability to obtain adequate sleep
has suffered from insomnia virtually his entire life
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Recent Examples of insomnia
The Food and Drug Administration has never approved Rohypnol for medical use, but other countries prescribe it for insomnia, according to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration.
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Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Between 30% and 48% of seniors complain of sleepiness, while 12% to 20% suffer from insomnia.
—Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 9 Mar. 2025
Chronic insomnia — an inability to fall or stay asleep or waking up much earlier than desired — could lead to serious issues, including heart attacks and stroke.
—Andrew Torgan, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
Many seniors are turning to cannabis as a natural alternative to manage issues like arthritis, insomnia, and anxiety.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
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Alex Brizee, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Between 30% and 48% of seniors complain of sleepiness, while 12% to 20% suffer from insomnia.
—Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 9 Mar. 2025
Chronic insomnia — an inability to fall or stay asleep or waking up much earlier than desired — could lead to serious issues, including heart attacks and stroke.
—Andrew Torgan, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
Many seniors are turning to cannabis as a natural alternative to manage issues like arthritis, insomnia, and anxiety.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for insomnia
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“Insomnia.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insomnia. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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